Petition Text: 22586-CS-NonDis-O

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Whereas, Scripture is the inspired Word of God, revealing to us the heart and mind of God and capable of instruction in matters of faith and life, revealing to us God's will and way for humankind; and

Whereas, Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience have shown that Christ died for sinners and that they can become new persons in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17); and

Whereas, Scripture and the Christian tradition hold that the practice of homosexuality is incompatible with Christian teaching; and

Whereas, the Social Principles of the Book of Discipline affirm and uphold this biblical and traditional position regarding the practice of homosexuality;

Therefore, be it resolved, that the 1996 General Conference maintain and uphold this scriptural and traditional moral stance by:

A. Clearly stating its opposition to this un-Christian and unbiblical lifestyle;

B. Holding firm the present stance of The United Methodist Church against the ordination of self-avowed practicing homosexuals;

C. Not electing or appointing practicing homosexuals to positions of leadership in the Church;

D. Allowing no monies to go to any agency or group that supports and/or advocates homosexual and/or gay lifestyles.

Be it further resolved, that the 1996 General Conference develop ministries to help homosexual and/or gay individuals experience a spiritual and moral transformation.

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Petition Text: 22586-CS-NonDis-O
1996 United Methodist General Conference